The Privy Council: history, functions and membership
A briefing paper on the history, functions and membership of the Privy Council
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The Lisbon Treaty: choosing a President of the European Council (175 KB , PDF)
Now that all 27 Member States have ratified the Lisbon Treaty, the Swedish EU Presidency is holding an extraordinary meeting on 19 November 2009 to decide on the post-holders for the three new top jobs created by the Treaty. This Note looks at one of these posts – that of President of the European Council.
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The Lisbon Treaty: choosing a President of the European Council (175 KB , PDF)
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Sanctions against Russia
In response to Russian military action in Ukraine, Western allies and other partners across the globe have imposed an unprecedented package of coordinated sanctions against Russia. What has been announced and are further measures likely? This briefing paper should be taken as correct at the time of writing.
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Brexit: the financial settlement – a summary
The financial settlement - often labelled the 'exit bill' or 'divorce bill' - sets out how the UK and EU are settling their outstanding financial commitments to each other.
